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T289 RMR

1999 Kawasaki EL250

Black Petrol 252cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,255 mi
Last recorded7,255 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Kawasaki EL25017,169 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT289 RMR
MakeKawasaki
ModelEL250
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine252cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 7,255 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 7,146 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 6,970 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 6,701 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 6,647 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 6,546 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 6,273 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2017 5,975 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 5,347 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EL250?

Based on 1,957 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
309
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Drive chain excessively loose 19
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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T289 RMR is a 1999 Kawasaki EL250 in Black with a 252cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Kawasaki EL250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 17,169 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EL250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T289 RMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EL250 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Kawasaki EL250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T289 RMR registered?

T289 RMR is a 1999 Kawasaki EL250, first registered on 20 April 1999.

Is T289 RMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T289 RMR shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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